Project Controls Specialist (Multiple Openings)

Position Summary

Perform engineering duties in planning and overseeing the construction and maintenance of building structures and facilities. Develop, integrate, and analyze detailed project schedules. Facilitate the development of schedule data through interactive planning sessions with the project team. Develop and implement advanced activity organization codes in the project schedule. Perform quality assurance and control of all project related data. Attend recurring progress meetings with the client. Provide regular schedule and cost updates on a weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly basis, as needed for integration into the master schedule. Analysis of schedule details to ensure accuracy of reported data across all project elements. Develop and prepare data output for inclusion of summarized senior level dashboards. Develop and prepare interdependency reports across all project disciplines for senior management.

Location: Various unanticipated worksites throughout the U.S.

Telecommuting: Permitted.

Direct Reports: None.

Reports To: Program Director

Position Qualifications

• Education: Master's – Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field of study; will accept equivalent foreign degree.
• Experience: Four (4) years in the position above, or in a related project controls role.
• Experience must include each of the following:
• 1. Developing and implementing the standards cost and schedule process.
• 2. Developing project cash flow, project cost forecast, and project variance analysis, project progress report, including creating Cost Performance Indices, Schedule Performance Indices, and applying change management processes.
• 3. Performing what-if scenarios, including time impact and delay analysis.
• 4. Obtaining and discussing project related information from project stakeholders and discussing project information with project leads and the manager.
• 5. Project management methodologies, schedule, cost control tools, and software.
• 6. Using Microsoft Office, SAP, and Primavera P6.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.  

We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.  

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.  

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.  

As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a “Best Place to Work.” 

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.